Stride in purple for pancreatic cancer

PurpleStride Birmingham 2015

PurpleStride Birmingham 2015

April 18, 7-11 a.m.

Veterans Park on Valleydale

PurpleStride Birmingham unites the community and raises awareness and support for the fight against pancreatic cancer. The timed 5K run and family-friendly walk will take participants through Veterans Park, with children’s activities, entertainment and refreshments to follow.

It is estimated that more than 48,900 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year, and more than 40,000 will die from the disease. It is the fourth leading cause of cancer death, with a 5-year relative survival rate of just 7 percent.